Understanding & Searching for Professional Publications
Resource Types
Before you can determine whether or not a source is credible, you need to know what it is. For example, a fact-checked news story has much more credibility than a company blog.
Advanced Search Tools
Library databases and search engines allow you to sort information according to location, recency, and source type. You can also limit searches to a single publication.
Vetting Resources & Claims
Information is everywhere. Evaluate the credibility of information resources and individual claims.
Communication in Your Field
Use these strategies to discover what employers and communication experts have to say about communication practices in your industry.
General Audience Resources
These resources appeal to a broad public audience, with a focus on those that are especially relevant to different business-related industries.
Industry Resources
Resources are categorized by industry. We cover industries related to the business majors, dietetics, and additional fields students tend to be interested in, such as sports and the law.
There is also a link for General Business 360 students who want to propose new resources.
Content Credit
The content on this page was developed by the WSB Business Communication Faculty.